Unlocking the Complexity of a Closed Bottle
If you've ever stared at a wine bottle, wondering why it’s so closed off, you’re not alone. The term “tight” isn’t just a critique—it’s a clue about the wine’s journey. Here’s how to coax it into revealing its true self. A tight wine isn’t broken; it’s simply holding back. Think of it as a young red with tannins clamping down like a velvet glove on a steel fist. These structural elements guard the wine’s potential, shielding its flavors until they’re ready to emerge. White wines can also be tight, but their closure often stems from acidity or phenolics rather than…
